Manualoha 801 has just been listed for sale and is currently under full scale renovations by a reputable construction company on the South Shore of Kauai. Ocean Rock Properties is proud to bring this one-of-a-kind offering to the table for those waiting on a special premium turnkey luxury condo in Poipu Beach Kauai.

Renovations Include:

• Granite Kitchen Counter Tops
• New Kitchen Appliances
• New Custom Made Hickory Cabinets
• Removal of View Blocking Upper Cabinets
• New Carpeting Upstairs and Downstairs
• Complete Interior Paint Job
• New Kitchen Light Fixtures
• New Master Bath Lighting
• New Kitchen Floor Tile

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THIS PROPERTY WENT INTO ESCROW ON MAY 7th, 2010 AFTER JUST 7 DAYS ON MARKET

Just on the market, this rare 4 bedroom 1 3/4 bath 1,552 sqft Lawai Kauai bank owned property won’t last. This is an exceptional opportunity for a young family or anyone looking for a quiet home on the south shore of Kauai. The lot is 10,303 square feet. The floor plan feels good, there are vaulted ceilings in the living room, and the deck wraps around the entire house! This foreclosure property was previously owned by a caring family who regularly maintained the property. Upon my visit, the property appeared to be in fairly good condition with no major damage to the interior and exterior areas. This home could be move in ready with a roof tune up, a deep cleaning, paint and carpet! Since the property is located at the end of the cul-de-sac which backs up to a forested area and reservoir, it really has a private feel. Download the attached PDF using the link provided above to see all the pictures and information. Property is being sold “As-Is” for $399,900 subject to bank approval. If you’ve got the energy for a light fixer at a great price, this is your chance. Please contact Branden Shumate at (808) 346-1895 for more information about how to submit your offer on this wonderful opportunity!

Manualoha 804 View From Back Yard

The kitchen here is like no other at the Manualoha. The standard floor plan within the kitchen area has been totally reconstructed to create an open flow, each use of space was planned properly prior to renovation. The kitchen cabinets are custom made DeWils products with an excellent hardware & glide system in place. The appliances are all top-notch stainless and perfectly positioned for ease of use. The natural stone granite counter tops and back-splashes are uniquely thick (not glued as to appear thick), the choice of color is revering.

It wouldn’t be a masterpiece without creative lighting done right, Manualoha 804’s got that base covered. With custom wiring, fixtures and dimmers throughout, setting the stage for any mood is a breeze.

Relaxation with freinds and family is easy here. Just open the back slider and take a few steps onto the lanai. There is plenty of private space to kick your feet up and enjoy slight trade wind breeze passing down the greenbelt trail toward the beach. With lots of open space and grass in front of you, you’ll feel the need to take a relaxing walk yourself nearing sunset.

For more information about Manualoha 804, please contact Branden Shumate, Broker at (808) 346-1895.

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The green belt trail goes from Brenneke’s Beach near Poipu’s “Baby Beach” (voted as one of the worlds best beaches), to the Grand Hyatt towards the east, while passing through many of Poipu’s finest luxury condominiums and single family home estates. Manualoha condo owners enjoy stunning ocean and mountain views from many vantage points on the property. Access to the pool and tennis is just steps away. As part of the Poipu Kai Association, Manualoha is discretely monitored by security 24 hours a day. For more information about condos for sale within the Manualoha development, please contact Branden Shumate, Broker at (808) 346-1895. CLICK HERE TO VIEW MANUALOHA’S BEST LISTINGS AVAILABLE.

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2841 Milo Hae Loop sold 1/30/2007 for $2,082,035.

5314 Opua place sold 9/5/2008 for $1,700,000.

5310 Punahoa Place sold 4/2/2007 for $1,800,000.

2846 Milo Hae Loop sold 1/31/2007 for $1,800,000.

2868 Milo Hae Loop sold 6/10/2008 for $1,780,000.

2671 Puuone Street sold 2/26/2008 for $1,775,000.

5347 Puuone Place sold 6/5/2008 for $1,862,500.

5308 Punahoa Place sold 2/28/2007 for $1,740,000

5387 Milo Hae Loop sold 2/11/2008 for $1,750,000.

2888 Milo Hae Loop sold 2/28/2008 for $1,710,000.

5344 Puuone Place sold 2/26/2008 for $1,551,000.

5364 Pau A Laka Street sold for 6/8/2009 for $1,608,000.

2725 Milo Hae Loop sold 11/20/2009 for $1,250,000.

2829 Milo Hae Loop sold 7/24/2009 for $1,100,000.

2859 Milo Hae Loop sold 3/18/2008 for $1,340,000.

2737 Milo Hae Loop sold 3/14/2008 for $1,200,000.

For more information about MLS# 228807, please contact Natasha Shumate at (808) 346-1896.

Topeka awards Kauai Hawaii as winner of the final broadband test location?

THE REAL STORY – Last month, in a tip of the hat to Google, The city of Topeka, Kansas announced that it was changing the name of the city from Topeka to Google! This was done obviously as a publicity stunt to attract Google’s attention. Well today if you hadn’t heard, Google changed it’s name to Topeka as a fireback. If you don’t believe it, click here. Topeka was a candidate city for Google’s new broadband test project until Google made the final decision to choose Kauai Hawaii as the winning city to install internet service 100 times faster than current speeds available anywhere else. Several cities vied for the project, Pittsburgh included. With today being April fools day, it made sense for Google to return the favor and they announced they were changing their name to Topeka! Thanks Google for choosing Kauai Hawaii as the winning city for your broadband test project, we’d rather have that than an April fools joke name change any day! Sorry Topeka.

“We’re a super lucky community to have Google do this for us!” says the owner and Broker of Ocean Rock Properties on Kauai. “I can’t imagine Internet speeds 100 times faster than those elsewhere. Data transfer rates faster than 1 gigabit per second means more time with my family and clients” Branden said.

Cities had until March 26, 2010 to tell Google they were interested in the venture. Google says it selected Kauai Hawaii “because it’s the most beautiful place in the world”, they also mentioned that “Google employees do all their Hawaii real estate business with Branden Shumate of Ocean Rock Properties anyways, so it was a no-brainer.” Google says they will offer competitive pricing to at least 50,000 people Google says in an online post.

The company has said U.S. Internet speeds are falling behind the global standard, and it wants to fix things itself by installing new broadband cable.

Wait a second, none of this is true. Well, some of it is. What day is it again today? Who knows, maybe Google will come to the islands, that would be sweet!

Watch the whales and other sea life while the outrigger canoes and sailboats float by in the distance from your private lanai less than a stones throw away from the ocean! Lots of Koa wood trims in this unit are consistent with the top of the line quality of Whalers Cove Kauai. This large unit is a very popular vacation rental. Picture yourself as the owner of this newly listed property by calling us for a preview today.

If you are interested in purchasing this Whalers Cove unit as a full or part time vacation rental, we can provide you with rental income statements upon your request. Please contact Branden Shumate, Broker at (808) 346-1895 for more information.

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This Lihue Estate Property Is One of Lihue's Best Offerings

This gorgeous home on almost 2 acres atop Menehune Bluffs is within one of only a few gated communities on Kauai. The entire layout of this home is comfortable through and through and it’s setting is truly private. The main dwelling consists of a large master bedroom, with “his & hers” vanity, a generous 200 sqft walk in closet and a steam shower. The living room is big, the dining room is cozy and the kitchen is glorious yet functional with laundry room and walk in pantry. Also in the main dwelling, a large office that could easily be converted into another bedroom if needed, and a full size bathroom. A 520 sq ft. studio, separate from main dwelling, with full size bathroom and walk in closet as your guest quarters. If you are looking for that perfect in the Lihue area, this is the one. The price is incredible now and the Seller is highly motivated.

Let’s not forget to talk about the views here either. The valleys below make for long distance views of the surrounding Waialeale mountain range. Spectacular moon rises over Hulemalu Mountain range just feet from your front door. Relax on your 1400 sq ft. lanai overlooking a heated, romantic lit-up pool and beside a energy efficient gas fire pit. Entertain 2 or 200 and enjoy all the amenities this home has to offer.You will appreciate this home and all it has to give!

For more information about this Kauai Property, contact Natasha Shumate, RS of Ocean Rock Properties at (808) 346-1896.

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Omao Luxury Estate - South Shore Of Kauai, Hawaii

Listed at $2,500,000, this beautiful Hawaiian style home has the privacy and sweeping views you have been waiting for! It is located approximately 3 miles from Poipu Beach and within 15 minutes of everything you’ll need to live quietly and comfortably. When designing this custom home, the Owners not only took into consideration the layout of the home for maximum views that surround it, but also the trade wind breezes that makes Kauai real estate so desirable. This home has expansive and unobstructed mountain and valley views.

Contact Branden Shumate, Broker for more information about this one of a kind south shore of Kauai property (808) 346-1895

Features: *Master suite with sitting room, large bath with spa and stained glass windows, walk-in closet and private lanai, all located on its own second story floor *Lava Rock fireplace for those rainy days *Chef’s kitchen with large, sunny windows facing south *2×6 framing *Cast in place foundation with a safe room under the home *3 car garage (960 square feet) *Cedar shake roof with 5 foot overhangs keep this home cool and comfortable *5 Lanais for the ultimate in outdoor living (totaling 946 square feet) *Unbelievable views from every room with each room having at least 2 walls of windows/ventilation (most rooms have 3 or 4 walls with windows/doors) *Fleetwood Sliders *Interior hallway is 6′ wide with windows overlooking the valley *Extra large, tinted Low E double hung windows throughout *Another 2000+ sf of space under the house that could be enclosed and utilized *Solar water with 2 separate systems, one for each side of the house *400 amp service *Lava-Rock columns *Mature Landscaping *Stereo and internet wiring throughout *Media closet

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